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Taipei, Taiwan (January 14, 2013) – ATEN International, a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced connectivity solutions, today introduced a new addition to its Professional AV product line. The VE814 HDMI Extender implements state-of-the-art extension technology to extend ultra HD 4kx2k (4 times the resolution of 1080p) video up to 100 meters (350 feet) using only one Cat 5e cable. The VE814 is designed for conference centers, corporate training facilities, schools and other environments that need to distribute multimedia content.

Unlike the length limitation of standard HDMI cable, the VE814 is capable of delivering high-quality video to dual displays over distance, enabling the HDMI displays to be located up to 100 meters away from the HDMI source device. With the state-of-the-art extension technology, this is made possible using only one Cat 5e cable, which is inexpensive and be easily installed. In addition, high-quality video can be cost-effectively streamed using up to three HDMI displays – dual displays connected to the VE814R and another one to the VE814T.

The VE814 includes a built-in Ethernet pass-through port for Internet connectivity, making it easy to access and integrate the Web when necessary. With bidirectional IR functionality, it provides a convenient way to control HDMI source devices from the remote unit while also granting access to the HDMI display device from the local unit. Furthermore, the RS-232 serial connection makes the VE814 be integrated with serial device and control system ideally.

Fully supporting HDMI (3D, Deep Color), HDCP-compatible content and resolutions of up to ultra HD 4kx2k and 1080p Full HD, the VE814 ensures a superior audio and video experience. In addition, the VE814's ''EDID Expert'' technology selects the optimum EDID settings for smooth power-up and highest quality display.

"Organizations are increasingly utilizing HDMI to deliver all types of multimedia content and information across an array of environments,” explained Kevin Chen, President of ATEN International. "With the new revolution of HDMI technology, more and more HDMI devices are supporting 3D and 4kx2k resolution. The VE814 is designed with full compatibility for current and future formats. The breakthrough extension technology enables the VE814 to extend 4kx2k video over long distance by using only one Cat 5e cable with flexibility and cost saving.”

The VE814 is available now. For more information, please visit www.aten.com

Press Contact:
ATEN International Co., Ltd.
TEL: +886-2-8692-6789 EXT.1867/1868 
FAX: +886-2-8692-6577 
Ivy Lee: ivy_lee@aten.com.tw
Joyce Weng: joyceweng@aten.com.tw

About ATEN

Established in 1979, ATEN International Co., Ltd. is today considered the leading manufacturer of KVM switches and connectivity solutions worldwide. Dedicated to the vision, "Simply Better Connections," ATEN provides innovative solutions for customers to make better connections, efficiently and seamlessly, to the information and people. ATEN's product range covers hundreds of connectivity products, providing complete KVM, Professional Audio/Video and Green Energy solutions–from entry level operations to the enterprise market. ATEN is headquartered in Taiwan, and strategically located with subsidiaries in China, Japan, Korea, Belgium, the UK, Canada, and the US. Together with its R&D and manufacturing centers in Taiwan, China and Canada, ATEN employs a total of more than 1500 people worldwide. For more information about ATEN, please visit https://www.aten.com.